Ford Explorer: Battery, Mounting and Cables / Removal and Installation - Auxiliary Battery

Ford Explorer 2020-2026 Service Manual / Electrical / Battery and Charging System / Battery, Mounting and Cables / Removal and Installation - Auxiliary Battery

Removal

NOTE: Removal steps in this procedure may contain installation details.

Disconnect the batteries.
Refer to: Battery Disconnect and Connect (414-01 Battery, Mounting and Cables, General Procedures).

1. Disconnect the vent hose from the auxiliary battery.
1. Remove the bolt, position the hold-down strap aside and remove the auxiliary battery.
  Torque: 93 lb.in (10.5 Nm)

Installation

To install, reverse the removal procedure.

General Procedures - Battery Drain Check

Check NOTE: No factory-equipped vehicle should have more than a 25 mA (0.025 amp) – 50 mA (0.050) draw depending on the vehicle's accessories. Check for current drains on the battery in excess ..

Removal and Installation - Auxiliary Battery Cable

Removal NOTE: This procedure provides information about routing, retaining points and connectors of the cable. It does not include the steps for removing components to gain access to the cable...

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